Jumping worms are harmful to our garden and the environment. They originated in Asia. They can be spread by the sharing of plants with eggs in the soil by home gardeners and commercial nurseries. They ...

Gardeners should do their homework to avoid bringing jumping worms home. They should check with gardening supply stores to find out where they source mulch. In addition to looking over mulch brought ...

Creepy-crawly has an official definition. It’s a noun to describe a small insect, usually flightless, that gives you a feeling of fear or dislike. Spider’s definitely come to mind (especially for me).

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — The jumping worm has made headlines in recent weeks. The invasive species, first found on American soil in the late 19th century, has been confirmed in 34 states and is ...

If you’ve ever seen adult jumping worms, there’s no mistaking them. Found near the surface of soil and larger than your average worm, jumping worms don’t actually jump, but they thrash and wriggle ...

Some people call it a crazy worm. Some call it an Alabama jumper, although it’s not contained to that state. It’s Amynthas ...

While many gardeners welcome worms in their soil, there’s one wriggling fiend that is unwanted. Virginia Cooperative Extension is asking Virginia residents to keep an eye out for the invasive jumping ...

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Worms are interesting creatures. Some worms can even regrow their brains if needed. But, an invasive jumping worm has started appearing in more than a dozen states throughout the Midwest. The worms ...

Purdue Landscape Report: Asian jumping worms, a group of invasive earthworms, have gained a significant amount of media attention in the last several weeks, and for good reason. Unlike the ...

Earthworms are important allies in creating a soil ecosystem that is conducive to growing flowers, vegetables, turf, shrubs, trees or any type of plant. Deep-dwelling earthworms such as common night ...